Occupational Therapist - Central Regional Hospital

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Central Regional Hospital, a Department of Health and Human Services facility in North Carolina, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive OT services to patients aged 6 to 90+. The role includes assessments, therapy sessions, documentation, and collaboration with staff and families.

The position supports the Step Down program and training for OT students. The role is full-time (40 hours/week) on the 1st shift, with some flexibility and occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• OT degree and state licensure required.
• Experience in psychiatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments for a wide age range.
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions.
• Document patient progress and treatment plans.
• Educate staff, patients and families about therapy goals and strategies.

Skills

Recovery-oriented care

Spanish language

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Central Regional Hospital

Job Classification Title

Occupational Therapist (NS)

Position Number

60047487

Grade

MH17

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

This position will provide Occupational Therapy services to a wide variety of patients. Patients range in age from 6 years to 90+. The majority of patients have a psychiatric diagnosis and in addition may have an accompanying physical diagnosis such as TBI, limited mobility, stroke, or medical condition requiring treatment. Clinical responsibilities include assessment, group and individual treatment sessions, documentation, consultation and education of staff, patients and family members. This position may have duties working with the Step Down program, a small near-discharge intensive treatment program. CRH supports and serves as a training site for all levels of occupational therapy students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Range: $66,696.00 - $110,049.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Previous experience with recovery-oriented treatment.
• Spanish language speaking ability.

Position Exemption

This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126)

Work Schedule

This is a full time (40 hours per week) Occupational Therapist I in the Department of Psychosocial Treatment Services. The work schedule is 1st shift Monday through Friday, with some flexibility to accommodate the needs of patient services. Occasional weekend work is required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Visit the NC DHHS Benefits and Wellness website for more information.

About Central Regional Hospital (CRH)

CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit‑Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre‑employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.